MEDIUM
CVE-2024-23688
CWE-323Published: January 19, 2024· Updated: Jul 14, 2026
5.3
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Consensys Discovery versions less than 0.4.5 uses the same AES/GCM nonce for the entire session. which should ideally be unique for every message. The node's private key isn't compromised, only the session key generated for specific peer communication is exposed.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-23688 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
consensys1 product(s)
discovery
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official NIST entry
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (6)
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https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-w3hj-wr2q-x83gThird Party Advisory
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https://vulncheck.com/advisories/vc-advisory-GHSA-w3hj-wr2q-x83gThird Party Advisory
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https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-w3hj-wr2q-x83gThird Party Advisory
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https://vulncheck.com/advisories/vc-advisory-GHSA-w3hj-wr2q-x83gThird Party Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2024-23688
CVSS Score5.3 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-323
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedJan 19, 2024
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2024-23688 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWatch. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.